全新版大学英语第二版综合教程3问题详解Unit1(14)

America.

Part Two Paras.6-23 By citing examples the author

praises

the

exploits

of

civil-rights heroes who helped slaves travel the Underground Railroad to freedom.

2. Story 1: (Paras. 6-10) After winning his own freedom from slavery, John Parker helped other slaves to escape north to Canada and freedom.

Story 2: (Paras. 11-15) Supported by a strong religious conviction, the white man Levi Coffin helped black slaves to escape at huge risk to himself.

Story 3: (Paras. 16-23) By traveling the Underground Railroad, Josiah Henson reached his destination and became free at last. P41 Language Sense Enhancement

1. (1) mission (2) courageous (3) forged